801

The Profile

801 was a British art-rock project led by Phil Manzanera in 1976, featuring Brian Eno and musicians including Bill MacCormick, Francis Monkman, Simon Phillips, and Lloyd Watson. They’re best known for the concert document 801 Live (1976) and the studio album Listen Now (1977, credited to Phil Manzanera/801).

Formed in the UK in 1976 by Phil Manzanera with Brian Eno; key members included Bill MacCormick, Francis Monkman, Simon Phillips, and Lloyd Watson. Principal releases: 801 Live (1976) and Listen Now (1977, as Phil Manzanera/801).

DeBaser’s 801 coverage zeroes in on the classic 801 Live and the studio follow-up Listen Now. Reviews praise the Manzanera/Eno-led lineup, tight rhythm section, and inventive covers. Listen Now is framed as sophisticated pop-rock with prog, funk, and jazz hues. Overall sentiment is warmly positive toward 801’s short but impactful run.